Should the Levin Hybrid use 95 or 92 octane gasoline?
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The Levin Hybrid uses 92 octane gasoline. The gasoline octane rating represents the fuel's resistance to knocking, with higher numbers indicating better anti-knock performance. For example, 92 octane gasoline consists of 92% isooctane and 8% n-heptane. Isooctane has good anti-knock properties, while n-heptane has poor anti-knock properties, so higher octane ratings mean better fuel anti-knock performance. Taking the 2021 Levin 185T CVT Luxury Edition as an example, its body dimensions are 4640mm in length, 1780mm in width, and 1455mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. The body structure is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan, equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine and a CVT transmission. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut type, and the rear suspension is an E-type multi-link independent suspension.
I've been driving the Levin Hybrid for three years, always following the manual for refueling. The manual states that 92-octane gasoline is the most suitable, requiring an octane rating of 87 or higher, while 95-octane can be used but isn't necessary. I initially tried 95-octane and noticed no difference in driving—the power delivery remained smooth, and engine noise didn’t decrease. The key point is that 92-octane is much cheaper, saving me dozens of yuan each month, which I can spend on meals. The hybrid engine's compression ratio is well-designed, preventing knocking with 92-octane, making it cost-effective and durable. Don’t waste money chasing higher octane ratings—just check the manual regularly to ensure safe driving.